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XVN 699T

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

4,961 mi
Last recorded4,961 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2014
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVN 699T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2014 4,961 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 4,587 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 4,150 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 3,810 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 3,134 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 2,376 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 1,742 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 1,737 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 1,079 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 159 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 99,033 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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XVN 699T is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XVN 699T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XVN 699T?

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What year was XVN 699T registered?

XVN 699T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is XVN 699T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVN 699T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XVN 699T have outstanding finance?

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